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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sudan to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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